Program Overview

Master's Degree in Statistics and Operations Research

The Master's degree in Statistics and Operations Research is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with a strong foundation in statistical and operational research techniques. The program offers four pathways: Business and Social Statistics, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Operations Research, and Data Science.

General Academic Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must have a Spanish degree or a degree issued by a university in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). Access is also open to individuals with a degree awarded by a university in a country that is not part of the EHEA, provided the degree has been endorsed for a qualification in Spain giving access to a university master. If the qualification is not endorsed, it must be verified by the University that the studies relate to an educational level equivalent to the official Spanish university degrees, in the country of origin, for access to master studies.

Specific Requirements

Access to the degree course is open to individuals coming from various fields, including:

• Studies in Statistics
• Studies in Mathematics, Computer Science, or the field of Engineering
• Studies in the field of Economics and Business
• Studies in the field of Medical or Biological Sciences

Registration Process

The pre-enrolment process is done through a web application space available to candidates. Applicants must register, access the application, select the master's program they wish to apply for, and enter the required documents.

Documentation

For the assignation process, the following documents are required:

• Curriculum vitae (must contain at least:
  • Completed Degrees with academic year and overall grade average of each degree
  • Academic Qualifications, completed or not, that the applicant wants to be taken into consideration
  • Courses in statistics received, including qualification, number of semesters, and grade
  • Operations research courses received, including title, number of semesters, and grade
  • Experience or mention of the name of the company, profession, office, and work)
• Motivational letter
• Academic qualifications of degrees, completed or not
• Information on whether the applicant has requested a scholarship or plans to do so in the near future
• Indication of the pathway the applicant is most interested in:
  • Business and social statistics (EMP)
  • Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (BIO)
  • Operations Research (IO)
  • Data Science (DS)
  • If the applicant has not made a choice, this should also be indicated

Selection Criteria

The selection criteria include:

• Academic record
• CV related to statistics and/or operations research, at professional, educational, or scientific level
• Knowledge of English (level B2 required)
• Expression of motivational letter

Recommendation

It is recommended that students be fully dedicated to the Master's program during the first semester. If students choose to combine studies with part-time work, it is advised not to enrol in all subjects.

Admissions

Admission to the program is provisional until the veracity of the academic data provided is checked. The admission resolution for the course and additional admission rounds will be published, and applicants will be notified accordingly.

Pathways

The Master's degree in Statistics and Operations Research offers four pathways:

• Business and Social Statistics (EMP)
• Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (BIO)
• Operations Research (IO)
• Data Science (DS)

Study Programme

The study programme includes a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundation in statistical and operational research techniques. The programme covers a wide range of topics, including statistical analysis, operational research methods, and data science techniques.

Master Thesis

The Master's thesis is an essential component of the program, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems. The thesis is supervised by a faculty member and is expected to demonstrate the student's ability to conduct original research in the field.

Current Academic Year

The current academic year includes various activities, such as admission resolution, schedule, academic calendar, exams dates and rooms, and master thesis calendar. The program also offers various resources, including library resources and support for students.

Grants, Scholarships, and Job Board

The program offers various grants, scholarships, and job opportunities to support students during their studies. The job board provides information on available positions in the field, and the program also offers internships in companies.